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Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
Promptitude and ThoughtfuIness.

II is rather late to tell story Of the
Forest Hills disaster, but there is one little
incident still untold, and which would re
main forever untold II it waited until its
hero told il. or until his consent 10 its tell
ing WAS obtained There lives, not far
from the Providence depot. dentist who
is we'll known about town, being hail fel
low well met with scores of good fellows,
and who, though Of retiring disposition,
has great deal of public spirit, which
now and then crops out III some substan-
tial service To his fellow men This gen
tleman is about bright and early in the
morning, and happened to he at the Prov
idence depot getting shaved when the very
first news Of the Forest Hills disaster
came in Without losing a moment, the
doctor got possession of the telephone, and
held it Until he had notified about dozen
surgeons and physicians Of his acquaint-
ance. skillful men all Of them. TO pack up
their kits and drive post haste TO the scene
of the disaster.
A very simple thing To do, and yet how
many men, who had no friend or brother"
at the wreck, would have shown like
promptitude and thoughtfulness, Beyond
a doubt this incident helps 10 explain the
unparalleled celebrity with which the
wounded i'll that great disaster We're cared
for Boston Transcript.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

uinpires All walking over MN With spiked
sandals aud pounding him with big clubs
with nails in 'em, and I'll be blessed,
when the umpire got up he wasn't even
scratched. Jones told me he used him to
catch turtles. He would go down To the
shore and stick his foot into the water and
wait till turtle came along and took
hold, then some other natives would lug
both him and the turtle up 10 the village
and Jones would pry the turtles Jaws
apart with II hammer and lot of wedges.
Didn't hurt him bit, Jones said, but il
don I seem hardly possible, does it:' And
the Ancient Mariner looked at us rather
queer.
told him I'd rather not express an
opinion at present and asked him 10 go on.
We'll, there amt much more tO tell.
l stayed there a month or two helping
Jones train those natives and giving
Jones points rs To how the game is played
at present. l came back as a sort Of agent
for Jones to make arrangements 10 play
his two teams against any here, and I've
got two or three western managers cor
responding with Jones now. So If you see
u dark colured baseball team scooting
across the country knocking out every
club they come across, and accompanied
by umpires who practically cannot be
killed, you II know Who they AT. Just
the day before lett the cateher's family
connected with Club No. was increased
by a new arrival, and on my way to the
SailboaI the next day | dropped in to See
it. Ii looked awful curious for baby,
thought, and when Jones proudly took it
into the light and unrolled the covering,
III be hanged if il didn have long ridges
running across his face, all the world like
baseball mass, and on the bottom Of its
feet were some small, sharp projections,
which Jones said was probably natural
spikes, caused by his ancestors for three
generations back continually wearing
spiked sandals. dunno, though"
And with doubtful shake of his head
the aged friend Of John J. Jones wearily
recommended his toll, and We came away
and left him apparently in deep medita-
tiOn over the question of evolution A
Boomer in Boston Globe.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Type made from paper is the latest
novelty. A process has been patented 10y
which large type for printing placards can
he made from pulp. Such letters are at
present cut on wool The pulp is desic-
Gated and reduced to a powdered or com
minuted state, after which it is thoroughly
mixed with a water prooting liquid or ma
terial-such as parafine oil OF n drying
linseed oil, for instance The mixture Is
then dried, and subsequently pulverized.
In its pulverized state it is introduced
into mold of the requisite construction
to produce the desired article, type or
block, and then subjected TO pressure 10
consolidate it and heat to render tacky or
adhesive the water prooting material
Finally, the type is cooled while in the
mold, so as TO cause it To retain its shape
and solidity Boston Transcript.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
4 Resolution

Declaring IL necessary and the intention 10
make \ public improvement by changing the
grade OF the sidewalks on a portion Of High,
Center. Washington and Market streets.
Resolved. by the council of the city Of
Springfield. Ohio. That IL is necessary and
by changing the grade OF the sidewalks on the
south side of High street. between Market
space and Center street on the east side Of
Center street. between High street and Wash
ingtOn street; on the north side of Washing
ton street, between Center street and Market
space; ana on the " est side OF Market space,
as follows, viz.
Beginning at the intersection OF the ssst
curb on Market space, with the south curb on
High street and level with the adopted grade
al the Intersections OF the cuTDs At the south
east corner OF High street ana Market space;
thence south with the west curb of Market
space 80 feet to the intersection of the west
curb Of Market space with the north curb on
Washington street. ascent 3l-lCg feet; thence
west with the north curb of Washington
street fsi feet 10 the intersection Of the north
curb Of Washington street with the east curb
on Center street, ascent $500 feet; thence
north with the east curb on Center street $50
feet TO the intersection Of the east curb OF
Center street with the south curb of High
street. descent SO loo feet: thence east with
the south curb on High street 4s& feet to the
place Of beginning. descent 8 lb-lGO feet. Said
grades to be according to the prOfiles thereof
in the officer Of tie city engineer. for the In
spectiOn Of all parties interested therein.
Resolved. further, That the city clerk be
and he Is hereby directed to cause legal publ
cation TO be made of this resolution, and K
NJ. Grlwicks appointed and directed to serve
legal Lotice of this resolution.
Passed by council Julyl sth. A. d. 1857.
Attest: E.T. THOMAS.
J. :. SHEwIL President.
City Clerk. l70am
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
SiannIny Ont Disease.

The Shakers believe that nearly all dis
eases can be prevented by maintaining per
feet digestion. They never employ doctors
because a. soon aS the digestion becomes
impaired they take few doses Of the
Shaker Extract Of Roots (Siegel's SYRUP
and health is the result, for il is a marvel
Gus remedy for dyspepsia. Mrs. Hettie
Hauck writes from Mormon Grove. Gray
sou county, Texas, August =, 1884: 81 am
fifty years old this month, and must say
your medicine has proved wonderful
medicine to me. When | first received it
| could not sleep nights. and had Hut
terlng in the pit of my stomach. could
not bear my hand or the weight of my
clothes on it. had thrObbing and a roar
ing in my head. was afraid il il contn-
ued should lose my mind. oftentimes
thought was too far gone to try anything.
but your medicine has proved blessing to
me. The pain and miserable feeling in my
head has gone. My head is clear and
sleep soundly every night can recon-
mend it with pleasure. Who would not?
You may Use this letter if you like. II NAV
fall into some hands siticted rs | WAS, and
am sure they can find relief in your meii
cine"
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
A X solution

Declaring IL necessary and the intention Of
council to make public improvement by
changing the grade Of Shafer street from
North street to Cedar street.
Resolved. By the council of the city Of
Springfield, Ohio, two thirds of the whole mum
Der OF members elected thereto concurring.
that 10 is necessary and that it intends to
make public Improvement by changing the
grade Of Shifer street from North street TO
Cedar street. IS follows:
Beginning at the established grade on the
north line of North street; thence north 400
feet to the grade of Cedar street. descent
i1lI feet, according 10 the profile thereof
on hle in the Office OF the city civil engineer
for the inspection OF all parties interested.
Resolved, further. That the city clerk be and
he Is hereby directed TO cause legal publica
ton tc be .natt of this resolution, and X VI
Grlwicks appointed and directed To serve
legal notice o. this resolution upon all the
owners of property abutting upon said portion
Of Shafer street. or on the persons in whose
names the abutt!Dg property Is assessed.
Passed by council July 18th, A. d. 1887.
L. I. THOMAS,
Attest: President.
J. 5. SHKwALTER, City Clerk. l7Oam
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
"GolNG FOR THE coWS.r
Lon before the crimson sunset
Flashes on the farmhouse panes:

Lon; before the crimson sunset
Flashes on the farmhouse panes;
Long before the misty purple
Down the distant valley wanes:
W.stful eyes are hooking fieidwards
While the patient grandma Sews.
And the old cl.'cS ou the maItei
Tic, tic. Tie, 80 drowsy goes
''bcar me, jenny" cries the grandma
With her specs above her brows;
DO be quiet, U's So early.
Lots of time 10 fetch the COWS"
Shadows leng' hen down the mountain,
And the swallows wing their round.
Scarlet sunlight flashes brightly
Der the daisy laden ground
Anxious eyes are al the window
Looking down the meadow lane;
Tiny fingers softly tapping
On the Kitchen window pane
Bless Inc. Jenny calls the grandma
There's n, peacr. in all the house
Do go. IL you can't be quiet
Go nj once and fetch the cows"
Light the step that bent the clover,
Tripping DER the meadow vide
Two were met'tias there together,
Talking softly. side by side
Up the lane come Jet aud Snow bali,
Brindie, Ress with step So sius,
While the sunset softly liugrTs
On = nsaiden's cheek agloa
Girls are girls. old grandma whisper<,
As she sees them through the bOughs;
''Oiice went. well remember.
Very early tar thu COWS"
John Kenyon IN Accident News.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
Cancer Of the Tongue.

N7wife, some three or four years ago. was tro0
sei VIZ a an ulcer on the side OF her tongue neaa
he throat The pam VI - incessanl, cans.ng -
Il sleep and pr produIng ereat nervous proMnAoa1
Iad PASSED from the shoulders and centered IN tne
srlSi of one hand, she almost losing the use OF "
telwes a the suffering OF the two. LIE hao eronn
aTiepsome By the Use OF Q half dozen ema!t
ned boti les OF Swifrs Specific, she was entirey
eI,eyett ld restored 10 health. THIS was tniee
ears ago. and there has been DO return ol tne IN
ase. Il - AippASH
sparta, Ga, June S, lsss.
Treatise on Blood and Skin Diseases mailed frS1
THR SWIFT SPECIFIC Co, drawer ., ALBANIA ~
NV I'D ST.. y. !.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

W. q. Tuggle, LaGrange, ia, writing
about Darbys Prophy Tactic Fluid. says: 1T
is priceless jewel As disinfectant and
deodorizer. My wife states for the benefit
of young mothers that it is a valuable ad-
junct to the nursery" II is equally so To
parents travelling with children. Not only
is the Fluid invaluable as a deodorizer, but
a few drops added to the water in bathing
will remove all eruptions from the skin,
chatting, etc, and greatly refresh and
snnth,a
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Frrs-All fits stopped free by DIR. kline's
Great Nerve Rpstorer. No hts after first
days use. Marvellous cures. Treatise and
81 trial bottle free 10 lit cases. Send TO
DR.. Kline, g3l Arch street, Philadeiphia,
Peunsy lyana.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

There Is no one article in the line OF med.
icines that gives so large return for the
money as good porous Strengthening plas-
ter, such as Carter's Smart Weed and Bella.
Onna Backache Plasters. AIR
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

The man who had rather be right than
DE president never lacks opportunities
Burlington Free Press.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

N >>O>> would enjoy your dinner
y SoN and are prevented by Dys-
pepsia, use Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets.
They are positive cure for Dyspepsia. In
digestion. Flstuloncy and Constipation.
We guarantee them. IS snd % cents.
Frank Il. C0blentl, corner Market and
High streets.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

1t has been officially decided that 81 200
a year is plenty for u Cambridge student
to spend
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

THAT HACKING COUGH can be- so
quickly cured by Shiloh's Cure. We guar
antee it. For sale by +. A. GarwOOd.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Mrs Michael McMulien, OF Pittsburg.
fractuiei the skull of Patrick Heiber with
4 clnb. She claims Heiber insulted her.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

The Columbus Saeng-rfest closed San
day BY grand parade and picnic IN CLy
Park. Canton was selected A. The plac Z
for holding the next meeting.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

1t is only within the past 500 years that
women have danced publicly with men.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Captain Gilbert Knapp, the founder o.
Racine, Wis, died at that place Sunday.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Beware Of the still man; he is getting
your size, and concealing his own.-Uncle
ESek,
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Oscar :. Sawyer, the we'll known new.
paper correspondent, died in New lurk.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
UNDERTAKEN.

w A. GROSS . CO., UNDERTAKES.
W. Once and Wsrsroom. 46 ". Main st.
Residence 1872 ". High st.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Miss Pauls, of Fremont, used coal oil Il
kindle fire. She is dead.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Ely CREAM BALM was recommended
to me by my druggist as a preventive to hay
fever. Have been using it as directed since
the 9TH ot August and haNr found il spe-
cihc for that much dreaded and losthsome
disease. For ten years OF more have been
great sufferer each year, from August 9th
till frost, and have tried many alleged rem
etes for its cure, but Eiy's Cream Balm is
the only preventive have ever found. Hay
fbver sufferers ought to know Of its -fti-
cacy. F. h. Ainsworth, publisher, In
danapOliS Ind.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
Why You Feel

So weak and exhausted is because your
blood is impure. As well expect the
sanitary condition Of a city to be per-
feet with detiled water and defective
sewerage. as 10 expect such Il comPli-
Gated piece Of mechanism as the human
frame 10 b- IN good order with Impure
blood circulating even to its ininuIest
veins. Do you know that every drop
of your two or three gallons of blood
passes through the heart and lungs in
about two and L half minutes. and that.
on its way, II makes bone and muscl-,
brain and nerve. and all other solids
and fluids of the body? The blood is
the great hourisher. OF. As the Bible
terms it,
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

The drouth is severely affecting crops in
central indiana
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Consumption and Wasting in children,
SCOTS Emulsion is most valuable food
and medicine, it creates an appetite,
strengthens the nervous system and builds
up the body. Have been highly pleased
with 1t in consumption, scrofuls. and
wasting diseases, bronchitis and throat
troubles. A. JoNFS. VI. D., Cornersyille,
Tenn.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
LOCAL NOTICES.


Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup, for chill
dren teething, is the prescription Of one of
the best female nurses and physicians In
the United States, and has been used for
years with neyer-fAiiing success by millions
OF mothers for their children. During the
process OF teething its value is incalculable.
1t relieves the child from pain, cures dysen-
terry and diarrhea, gripping in the bowels
and wind collie. By giving .ealth to the
child II rsststhe mother Pric CSC bottle.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
The Life of the Body" !"

The Life OF the Body.
Is il any wonder. then, that if the blood
be not pure and perfect in its consti-
tuents, You suffer so many Undesirable
symptoms
Ayers Sarsaparills stands head AMI
shoulder" above every other Alter
ative and Blood Medicine. As proof,
read these reliable testimonies:
G. &. Brock. Of Lowell. Mass, saws:
For the past - wears | have sold
Ayers SsrSaparilla. In nv cHinion.
the best remedial agencies for the cure
of all the diseases arising from impnri-
ties OF the blood are contained in this
medicine"
Eugene l. Hill. NJ. D.. 2Si Sixth Ave.
New York, SAYS As a blooi-purlter
ami general huilier-Ip of the system. |
have never found ANYTHING ~ equal
Ayers SsrssParIIla- II gI,es perfect
satisfaction
Ayers Sarsspsriiis proves equally
eficscious In all forms of Scrcfuia,
Bolis, Carbuncies. Eczema, HunJrs,
Lumbaeo, CataTrh. &c; and is. There
fore, the very best
Spring and Family Meoicine
In use. 1T beets all. says Mr. Cutler,
of Cutler Brothers & Co, Boston, how
Ayers Sarsaparilla
does SELL" Prepared by
Or. J. c. Aver 4 Co., Lowell. Mass.
Prss 81; sig bottles, es. Worth u bottle.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01
IOB PRlNTE RS.

u s.LIMBOCKER, S. and 81 Arcade. Print
IL er, EngrsScr and Fashionable Stationer.
Wedding gpocs and calling cards \ speciality.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-01

Declaring IL necessary and the intention 10
make public improvement by changing the
grade OF the sidewalks on a portion Of High,
Center. Washington and Market streets.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-05-07

Across tho hedges, thick with autumn
flowers,
watch the wild rough winds breath come
and go
Bending the leaves until their pale backs
show;
And each small bird that there for safety
covers,
To hide before the storm that darkly
lowers,
IL shown TO as, who did not even know
They shiverei therefor they we're hidden
SOL
Until the wind put forth its stronger
powers
Is not this like some life of sweetest rest
Passing It's years in most even course
Through gun aud summers perfect, peace
ful smile:
Yet whom rough trials search that quiet
breast,
1t shows beneath the calm that loves vast
force
Has lain there, hiding humbly, all the
whileg
~ All the Year Round.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-05-07

In witching time when, sparkling higher
The last log crumbles In the fire.
And through the midnight's creeping
cold
The shadows lengthen, fold by fold,
And in the settle mods the sire,
And the dame droops and maids draw
higher
Each 20 the man OF her desire,
$50 do the bashful seek the bold
In witching timed
Fen as this hour, when reyels tire,
And the spent mirth and mood require
Something to stir the sense or hold
The soul in awe, these tales were told
Told, while the pickering flames expire,
In witching time
- Austin Dobson.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-05-07
THE TUNEFUL LINK.
Story of a Charity Patient.

'Lena Lawrence!" IL was the last
name on DR.. Merton's list-nor was
he sorry.
DIR. Merton had been out all day,
facing the storm and tempest, and
now the prospect of warm tireside, a
cup of steaming coffee, and a pair Of
velvet slippers began TO seem by no
means uninviting.
"lf il was any one else I'd go straight
home," soliloquized the doctor. "But
Lena is SO friendless and alone--poor
little Lena"
Lena Lawrence was manufacturer
of artificial flowers--a pale, slender,
little creature, with great startled eyes,
like fawn's, and thick, bronze-col-
ored hair wound round her head in
many plaits. She was just recovering
from a sickness that had lasted for many
months-a weary, wasting sickness
that had left her without friends, with.
out money almost without hope.
~ should have died had IL not been
for DIR. Merton" she said wistfully.
And now that she was .convalescent
the daily visits of the good physician
was tonic TO which she looked eagerly
forward.
He stood looking down at her as
she sat in the big rocking chair, Dor
rowed from the tailoress in the next
room, faint tinge of color Just be-
ginning to die her cheeks.
"Better, ehY" said he.
ayes, doctor, better; but"
"Much BETTER" nodded he. "You
will be able TO take that book folding
situation next week. Artificial lowers is
a poisonous business; you must never
20 back TO IT,"
81 am 80 much obliged to you for
obtaining a place for me, doctor"
''Fiddlesticks, good humoredly in
terrupted DIR. Merton. "Eh? What
are you crying for nowY Crying isn't
going TO brace up your nerves, and
you know that as well as do"
because am so poor. Because /
have not cent TO pay you with, "'sob-
bed Lena. almost Historically.
"Did l ask for any payS"
"No; but-but-"
"Now, look here" said tire doctor.
glancing round the room. "If you
really want 10 pay me-"
elf, doctor"
"Well, then, as you really want TO
pay me, now's your chance. Ny little
daughter is fond of birds, and il you
care TO send her that bulldnch Of
yours"
"Little Mona? OIL l should be so
grateful"
He whistles nicely" said the doc
tor carelessly. "Iet me see--Is IL
Aud Lang Syne,' or Banks and
Braes' that is his tuner"
"Neither," said Lena, smiling
through her tears. "'Blue- Eyed
Mary"
"'Blue- Eyed Mary then be IL. MAY
will be delighted. And our little ac-
count will be all straight"
"God bless you DIR. Merton" said
Lena, feryently; and so the good doc
tor carried of little red breasted Mona.
in his wicker cage, TO May, the only
daughter, who kept house for her wild
owed father.
"Papa what beautiful birdw cried
the young girl, ecstatically.
''lt Is piping bullhnch,' said DIR.
Merton, chrlessly unbuttoning his
snow-sprinkled coat. "Whistles tunes,
and all that sort of thing. IL is
present To you from one of my poor
patients"
"I'lll love II dearly" said May. "How
tame II Is, as she stroked down the
the blulsh-gra plumes and admired
the rosy breast. "What is its name,
papaYv
''Nona, believe. Now, get me my
supper, child, for l am chilled
through"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-05-07
The Queen Refuse- 60 shake.

A curious contretemps took place
at the Queens reception at Birming-
ham. Mr.. Chamberlain, anxious TO
welcome the neighboring potentate TO
his good city of Birmingham, stretched
forth his hand TO shake that of her
Majesty. The sovereign, however.
possibly not being aware that she was
In the presence of a brother monarch,
and within his domain, did not respond
to his condescending cordiality and
managed 10 get out of the difficulty
by arranging a convenient button on
one of her gloves. London Special.
Connecticut has ten living ex-Gov
ernors.